Senior Contract Manager
Location: Newbury
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.
We're a purpose driven, values centred business, on a mission to realise the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places and the planet.
Due to ongoing growth, we are looking for a skilled and dedicated Senior Contract Manager to join our team. If you are passionate about grounds maintenance, have strong contract management experience or experience running your own grounds maintenance business, and are ready for a new challenge, this is the perfect role for you!
What you’ll do:
You’ll play a key role in leading the execution of multiple grounds maintenance contracts, ensuring high quality contract performance, health and safety compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery and efficiency. You will also lead, manage and develop both our field teams and directly employed staff, along with fostering and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying any new opportunities to extend our services either on existing or new sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting regional operations director with projects
Responsible for bigger pricing jobs
Budgets & P&L
Oversee the day-to-day management and performance of multiple grounds maintenance contracts
Ensure all works are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards
Identify, price and supervise additional works on existing grounds maintenance sites to achieve extra works targets
Lead and manage operational teams, ensuring staff are trained, motivated, and equipped to deliver top-tier services
Recruit additional field teams and directly employed staff into your region when required to increase operational output
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations and quality requirements
Develop a proactive approach to client engagement, building strong relationships with clients and customers alike
Undertake regular site visits to uphold quality standards
What we’re looking for:
Proven experience at a Senior Contract Manager Level, within the grounds maintenance industry
Previous experience managing or leading teams across multiple sites
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with previous experience in fostering client relationships
Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and environmental standards
Problem-solving ability and a proactive, results-driven attitude
Full driving license and willingness to travel to different sites as required
Career Development Focus:
We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities. Exciting Growth Opportunities:
Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base with the freedom to manage and grow your own region. Collaborative Environment:
Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued. Competitive Package:
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including: 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service + bank holidays Yearly bonus scheme & Share options Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP Service Free or subsidised national gym memberships Employee Recognition Scheme If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.
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We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities. Exciting Growth Opportunities:
Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base with the freedom to manage and grow your own region. Collaborative Environment:
Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued. Competitive Package:
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including: 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service + bank holidays Yearly bonus scheme & Share options Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP Service Free or subsidised national gym memberships Employee Recognition Scheme If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.
Check our Blog for more information. Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button.
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